John Lurie
John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer. He co-founded The Lounge Lizards jazz ensemble, has acted in 19 films, including Stranger than Paradise and Down by Law, has composed and performed music for 20 television and film works, and produced, directed, and starred in the Fishing with John television series. In 1996 his soundtrack for Get Shorty was nominated for a Grammy Award, and his album The Legendary Marvin Pontiac: Greatest Hits has been praised by critics and musicians alike. Since 2000 Lurie has suffered from chronic Lyme disease and has focused his attention on painting.
Known for
ActingBirthday
December 14, 1952Gender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
54Place of birth
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USACast credits
Stranger Than Paradise
WillieDown by Law
JackNew Rose Hotel
Distinguished ManBlue in the Face
Saxophone playerPermanent Vacation
Sax PlayerParis, Texas
"Slater"The Little Devil
CusatelliWild at Heart
SparkyRome '78
Red Italy
Sleepwalk
FrankDowntown '81
SelfUnderground U.S.A.
Jack SmithSubway Riders
The SaxophonistBlank City
SelfThe Last Temptation of Christ
James, ApostleDesperately Seeking Susan
Neighbor SaxophonistCrew credits
Stranger Than Paradise
Original Music Composer, IdeaMystery Train
Original Music Composer, MusicianBlue in the Face
MusicGet Shorty
Original Music ComposerAnimal Factory
Original Music ComposerKeep It for Yourself
MusicVariety
Original Music ComposerLulu on the Bridge
MusicExcess Baggage
Original Music ComposerClay Pigeons
MusicPermanent Vacation
Music, MusicianFigaro Story
MusicManny & Lo
Original Music ComposerBrace Up!
MusicRoadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain
Additional MusicSubway Riders
Original Music ComposerFace Addict
MusicDeath By Unnatural Causes
MusicDown by Law
Original Music Composer